LUXURIOUS HGTV DECORATOR'S HOME - Walk to town and enjoy views of town from our covered porch or open-air BBQ patio. Located in a private, quiet cul-de-sac, this 3-Bedroom, 2-bath home is nestled among gorgeous Oak trees providing privacy amid the sounds of the local birds and crickets. Walk or ride our bikes to town in minutes, or simply relax in the wooded setting, enjoying the private Jacuzzi off the Master bath. Recently remodeled by an HGTV segment decorator, this charming bungalow features gorgeous interior decor with designer fixtures and furniture. The fully-equipped gourmet kitchen is complete with 5 brand-new Stainless Steel Kitchen Aid appliances and everything needed to make your stay comfortable and easy. Enjoy the open floor-plan which allows conversations to flow from those seated around the gas fireplace to those seated at the bar in the kitchen! The Guest Bedroom features a cozy, elegant, asian-themed room with 800-thread count sheets atop a premium pillow-top Sealy Posturepedic Queen bed and has the full-bath across the hall. The Office provides a daybed and trundle for children or single guests, with French doors opening out to the BBQ patio, enjoying bright sun and views of town. The Master Suite offers a zen-like retreat complete with en-suite modern marble-tiled bath and walk-in custom closet, but also a jetted Jacuzzi just 4 steps outside your French doors! Top of the line Ultra-Plush Euro Pillowtop Sealy Posturepedic Queen mattress covered in 800-thread count sheets and stylish comforter ensemble add to the comfort and elegant lines of the rooms' furnishings.

AMENITIES: A 46-Inch LED High-Definition Flat-Panel TV and surround-sound speakers are featured in the living room across from the TV so that you and your guests may enjoy your favorite shows, movies or music in the comfort of the living area by the gas fireplace. This internet-interactive TV also allows guests to access their personal photo albums on sites such as Picasa, and to watch on-demand movies from Netflix, music from Pandora and many other activities not available on other TV's. With Hi-Def, you can enjoy several HD stations such as ESPN, TBS, Fox, Golf Channel, A&E and many more, along with watching any Hi-Def or Blu Ray discs that you bring with you. Plug your iPhone or iPod in to the well-labeled plug and your music will be piped through the Home-Theatre speakers.

BONUS: As pet owners, we welcome your well-behaved dogs to vacation with you in our cozy and comfortable home (refundable pet deposits are required).

To ensure guests' comfort, we also keep four air-purifiers throughout the house.

Use our two mountain bikes to ride through the charming areas of Asheville and to access town without the hassle of parking. No matter how you choose to spend your vacation in Asheville, you will find our home your retreat and oasis that you will savor returning to each evening.

espritdecorvi@me Thank you.

Lisa Schmid

Area Information

Spend your time in Asheville enjoying any number of historic, cultural, musical, theatrical or outdoor activities, because Asheville has it ALL! This house is a two-minute drive to downtown, Starbucks, Greenlife (organic) grocery, Asheville Yoga or The Grove Park Inn. Because of it's central location, you can be at an Asheville Tourists baseball game in five minutes, or either The Biltmore Estate or the Blue Ridge Parkway (just behind the house) in less than ten! North Asheville has many older, stately homes and estates in its neighborhood and taking a leisurely drive to the Grove Park Inn and past the Grove Park Golf Course will allow picturesque viewings of these gorgeous turn of the century homes. Site-seeing opportunities are unlimited in Asheville, as are the dining and shopping. No matter what your taste or influence, you will find quirky, exotic, traditional, ethnic, casual and definitely a lot of locally grown cuisine within 10 minutes of staying at this home.

Recently recognized as the micro-brewing capital of the U.S., and President Obama's favorite vacation destination, there are more and more reasons to choose Asheville as your vacation destination!

About the owner

I'm a Hollywood, CA native that has claimed the U.S. Virgin Islands as my home since the 80's but have traveled extensively throughout the U.S, Western Europe and Japan. I am an Interior Decorator and Kitchen and Bath renovator. I was recently a staging expert on HGTV's House Hunter's on Vacation...

Deposits: $250 REFUNDABLE Damage Deposit
A deposit of 50% of your stay is required to reserve the home. The initial deposit required is ONE-HALF the RENT, and the $250 Damage Deposit to confirm and guarantee your reservation. The balance due of rent, plus Tax and cleaning fee ($150), are due here at least 45 days prior to your arrival. Changes to your rental and cancellations MUST BE IN WRITING.

Payment Options: PayPal, Personal Check

Other Fees: Pets are subject to approval by the owner and damages from Pets will be deducted from the Damage Deposit.
If you cancel within 45 days of your arrival date, ALL of your total rent will be retained by us as "full liquidated damages." If we're able to rebook your cancelled dates to another guest, then 80% of your rental monies will be returned to you after the rental occurs for the nights rebooked, and 20% will be retained by us.

Reviews (9)

Couldn't Have Been Any Better!

October 15, 2013

Gorgeous property set downtown only a mile from the heart of it all. Very quiet neighborhood with easy access to the highways as well. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Owners were very helpful/ responsive with questions prior to booking the property. Property Manager very responsive and helpful during the stay. You won't regret staying here!

Owner's reply:

Thank you, Eric! We are delighted to know you enjoyed our home and that it was convenient for all your needs!

Asheville sunset view

Karen Handelsman

Solon, Maine

Asheville sunset view

December 12, 2012

Our stay at Lisa and Kris's home was so mellow. The porch, with a sunset view of the city and mountains, was so very comfy, with couch and rocker and swing and table. We spent quality time out there, and on the spacious patio with our Asheville grandchildren. We brought our lab and she really enjoyed the neighborhood dogs. This is such an elegant home, within walking distance of Greenlife, the City Bakery, and downtown.Thanks to Karen O, the caretaker, for making time to show us around and answer all of our questions. Every room in the house has been crafted with care. Thank you Lisa and Kris.

Owner's reply:

Dear Karen, Neil and Sunni Day,

Thank you so much for choosing our home for your Asheville vacation! We were delighted to know that you would be hosting your Asheville grandchildren and walking our precious neighborhood with Sunni Day throughout your stay. Thank you for your kind compliments and taking such good care of our home during your stay; you are most welcome to return and hopefully we will be in town next time to meet you personally!

Warmest regards, Lisa and Kris

Beautiful, well-equipped, cozy home in Asheville

Rebecca McManus LaBar

Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful, well-equipped, cozy home in Asheville

December 2, 2012

Thank you so much for sharing your home with us Lisa, we
loved it!! We could not decide what was our favorite between the wonderful front porch, cozy living room with awesome gas fireplace, stunning dining room, well-equipped, beautiful kitchen, fantastic master shower and great location!! We had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner, and a trip to the Biltmore (can't miss this) for the Christmas display (10 min. drive), and many walks to town to shop (20 min. walk). There is a great whole food two minutes away, think we were there everyday! We loved Asheville and will return to your lovely home again. Thanks for the great family memory!

Owner's reply:

Thank you, Becky! We were delighted to have your family in our home for Thanksgiving and are SO happy that you loved both the home and the area! Asheville is very special indeed and we are glad that our home provided you a cozy and convenient location from which to enjoy the city. Please come back soon!

LOVED IT!

Tammy Mills McGee

Charlotte, NC

LOVED IT!

August 19, 2012

What a wonderful home to stay in while visiting a great town! Our family loved every minute of our time spent in this cozy spot. It was perfect for our short getaway to Asheville...comfy accommodations & close to lively downtown. The hot tub was icing on the cake :-)

Owner's reply:

Thank you, Tammy! So glad you picked our home for your brief stay and that it provided you comfort and relaxation before you hit the road again! And thanks for such a quick review!

Beautiful Place, Beautiful Owner

Matthew Abrams

Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful Place, Beautiful Owner

March 13, 2012

Serious attention to detail. The place and the owner were amazing. Super close to downtown, yet it's nice and quiet. Top shelf appliances, cozy couch, fireplace, jacuzzi. Seriously, there's nothing more I could ask for.

Owner's reply:

Aww, thanks Matthew! I'm so glad we could accomodate you and your team on your brief "power meeting" trip to Asheville. I can't wait to meet you when I am back in Asheville in the summer. Thanks for the kind review and for taking such good care of the house! All the best! Lisa

Great location and fantastic owners

Lisa Gassman

central Florida, USA

Great location and fantastic owners

August 18, 2011

We needed a home near to the Grove Park Inn because we had relatives staying there. This one fit the bill! My complaining son, took the room with the desk and immediately set up his laptop. As soon as he saw the super cool master shower, he insisted on using it instead of the second bath shower. I have a very modern kitchen at home with nice appliances, but I was still jealous of those at this home. Wish I had actually cooked more with them! Very quiet neighborhood and any issues were dealt with immediately and thoroughly. Owners are sooo sweet and thoughtful. Can't wait to go back. By far, the nicest home we've rented in the Ashville area and we've rented plenty.

Loved this house!

Thisisa Scaam

Los Angeles, CA

Loved this house!

August 18, 2011

Great house, tastefully decorated, well appointed. Super comfy beds (tho you need a ladder to get into them!). Especially loved the porch, with its swing, and the outside ceiling fan, which really helped during hot summer nights. Great to have a split dishwasher for smaller loads -- just something not mentioned in previous reviews. Was perfect for us, our 4 yr old son (who loved the office as his bedroom), and our two kitties. As well as the additional visiting guest. The house is also very accessible to downtown, but still quiet & peaceful. The "staff" (caretaker & housekeeper) are also first rate, super helpful, and friendly. If we come back to Asheville, we know where to stay! Thanks so much!

WHAT A GREAT HOME AND LOCATION!

Letitia McGhin

Tampa, Fl

WHAT A GREAT HOME AND LOCATION!

October 11, 2010

Thank you so much for sharing your home with us for the whole month of August. You put so much effort into making this renovation top notch....WOW!It was so hard leaving the front porch, we enjoyed our coffee every morning and many more meals on the wonderful front porch!The hot tub, master bathroom and kitchen are just a few fabulous things about this house....I could keep going!!! Asheville is a wonderful place and this house makes it even better.

The pictures don't tell the story...

Linda Gardner

Port Saint Lucie, FL USA

The pictures don't tell the story...

July 23, 2010

This was our first time venturing out on a road trip. We rented this lovely home for a month and had one of the most wonderful vacations ever.
The house is absolutely gorgeous with every detail attended to. The kitchen is lovely and so well equipped with beautiful new stainless steel appliances; deep composite sinks; stone countertops; and plenty of pots and pans, dishes and flatware. We didn't need to bring a thing. The dining table seats six with room for maybe eight. The living room has a lovely stone fireplace, large 46" LED TV on the wall and fantastic stereo system. This house was professional decorated eclecticly with beautifully selected pieces and accents. The bedrooms have 800 thread count sheets and sensational bedding. The towels were heavy and plentiful.
The wrap around porch offered plenty of seating and lots of scenery. Fireflies would adorn the sky at dusk which was a fun surprise. The neighbors were all friendly and inviting. It is truly more than a house, it is a home and we can't wait to go back.

Owner Supplied Testimonials

Kathy B. said...

Great house in very good location!

Date of Stay June 28, 2012

I spent 3 nights at the house with my 4 girlfriends from college. We really enjoyed the home and Asheville. Despite the heat we spent quite a few hours out on the porch talking and laughing. The house had everything we needed and more. The beds were comfortable, the house was very clean, plenty of room for us. The house was just a mile from the middle of town -- we walked to breakfast. The city had lots to do, good food and wonderful locals -- we would return to the house in heartbeat!
Recommended for: Girls Getaway

Tania S. said...

This house will make your heart sing!
Date of Stay July 1, 2012

I recently rented this property for a month and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The accommodations totally lived up to expectations right down to kitchen implements. The listing pictures accurately depict the property and everything was very well maintained. I especially loved the porch. It was perfect for a morning coffee and a good read and in the evening for a nice glass of wine and a good view. I tried all the seating arrangements and loved them all. It is close to downtown as advertised and also has a spectacular butcher shop right down the street for enjoying their great barbecue grill. Even the barbecue grilling implements are top of the line!! I highly recommend and hope to return for another stay.
Recommended for: Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway